Dumbledore Insists on Leaving Harry with the Dursleys
November 1, 1981
Pages 12-14
Pages 12-14
Dumbledore explains his plan to leave Harry with the Dursleys, believing a normal upbringing will protect him from fame and pressure. Despite McGonagall’s objections about the Dursleys’ unsuitability, Dumbledore insists it is the best choice for Harry’s future.
Characters
Dudley Dursley Dudley Is Observed By McGonagall Behaving Poorly Toward His Mother In The Street
Minerva McGonagall McGonagall Voices Strong Objections To Harry Being Left With The Dursleys
Petunia Dursley Petunia Is Identified As The Only Remaining Family For Harry Potter
Vernon Dursley Vernon Is Dismissed By McGonagall As Being Entirely Unsuitable To Care For Harry
Albus Dumbledore Dumbledore Explains That Harry Will Be Left With His Aunt And Uncle For His Own Protection
Harry Potter Harry Is Destined To Live With The Dursleys To Shield Him From The Fame Of The Wizarding World
Rubius Hagrid Hagrid Is Revealed As The One Trusted To Bring Harry To Privet Drive
Locations
4 Privet Drive 4 Privet Drive Is Identified As The Place Where Harry Will Be Left With The Dursleys
Connections
Dumbledore's Plan Dumbledore Believes That Harry Will Be Better Off Growing Up Away From The Fame Of The Wizarding World
Famous Harry Potter McGonagall Expresses Concern About Harry Becoming A Legend In The Wizarding World
The Statute of Secrecy McGonagall Notes The Dursleys’ Unsuitability And Their Muggle Nature In Relation To Harry’s Placement
Things
Dumbledore's Pocketwatch Dumbledore Checks His Unique Pocketwatch While Waiting For Hagrid
